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Recall 23V-551

Subaru of America, Inc. recalled the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek and 1 other model: Electrical system (instrument cluster/panel).

At a glance

Campaign number
23V-551
Reported
August 4, 2023
Vehicles affected
35,357 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek and Impreza vehicles. Due to insufficient clearance, the instrument panel harness may contact the steering beam bracket, damaging the wire insulation and causing a short circuit.

The risk

A short circuit may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the harness and install an additional clamp on the steering beam bracket. If damage is found, dealers will add protective tape or replace the instrument panel harness, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 3, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-[removed]. Subaru's number for this recall is WRL-23.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles